Cross of the Scriptures, Clonmacnoise (Replica - original conserved on-site) This 4-metre-high sandstone cross is one of the most skilfully executed of the surviving high crosses in Ireland, of particular interest for its surviving inscription.
which asks a prayer for Flann Sinna, King of Ireland, and Abbot Colmán who commissioned the cross. Both men were also responsible for the building of the Cathedral. The cross was carved from Clare sandstone c.900. The surface of the cross is divided into panels, showing scenes including the Crucifixion, the Last Judgement, and Christ in the Tomb.
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Cross of the Scriptures, Clonmacnoise (Replica - original conserved on-site) This 4-metre-high sandstone cross is one of the most skilfully executed of the surviving high crosses in Ireland, of particular interest for its surviving inscription.
which asks a prayer for Flann Sinna, King of Ireland, and Abbot Colmán who commissioned the cross. Both men were also responsible for the building of the Cathedral. The cross was carved from Clare sandstone c.900. The surface of the cross is divided into panels, showing scenes including the Crucifixion, the Last Judgement, and Christ in the Tomb.
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Uploaded on September 17, 2018
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